The Pharaoh & The Phoenix

Chapter: 9 Creator VS Champion

A/N
I just want to say thank you so much for taking the time to read my story it means the world to me. I do apologize for my stale jokes. I can't tell one to save my life. Without any further delay take it away boys!

Leo: Phoenix does not own Yugioh or anything related to it.

Pegasus: Let's get on with the story shall we, my little angel?

(Inside the castle)
Seto's POV

If there's one thing I hate more than anything is owing someone but for my little brother's sake, I have no choice. I've known Y/N since we were toddlers our moms were best friends and so were we as kids. When our parents died Mokuba became my world. I did everything I could to ensure he had a good life even if it meant living with a narcissistic step-father. I endured all Gozaburo's cruel torments so Mokuba won't have to and he could live a normal life. I, on the other hand, gave up the compassionate side of me and became a cold ruthless businessman after all no one wants to work with a weak little boy right?

"Seto are you sure about this?" Serah asked with worry in her adorable chocolate brown eyes.
Why does she have to be so darn beautiful and sweet? She has no idea what she does to me. Normally I would scoff at that question but she's my Achilles heel. Both her and Mokuba mean the world to me.
"I am," I said curtly.
She gives me one of her famous bear hugs almost knocking me over. I closed my eyes inhaling the coconut scent from her hair while hugging her back. A scent that always calms me and helps me think clearly.
"We're all behind you, go get Mokuba back," Salvador said bringing me out of my trance.
I keep forgetting she's with him and will never look at me the way she does him. I reluctantly let her go.
"I'm coming with you, I'm not letting you do this alone!" Y/N told me.
"No, you're not! Go up to the balcony and stay there. No matter what happens, stay out of your father's sight until it's your turn to duel. Promise me you'll do as I say. One wrong move could cost me Mokuba and my company Y/N," I warned her.
"What happens if you lose Seto? Am I supposed to stand by and let him take your soul to?" She asked.
"The Inter-Continental Champion is in the castle which means your identity still needs to be hidden. I'm sorry for exposing you in the heat of the moment that was unfair of me," I admitted.
"The stone-cold Seto Kaiba actually admits he was wrong it must be a cold day in hell," Isabelle said sarcastically rolling her eyes making my blood boil.

While Serah makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside Isabelle does the exact opposite she knows how to push my buttons and rile me up.
"Why did I hire you again?" I asked annoyed.
"You didn't I'm only there to make sure you don't kill my brother and overwork yourself although you do that just by waking up," She smirked making me roll my eyes.
"We're gonna head on up and let you two finish up," Y/N teased earning a glare from me.
"You're a real piece of work you know?" I stated.
"Look I know how important Mokie is to you so go win this and bring him back. And when you get him back, get a girlfriend and stop drooling over my sister-in-law," She said flatly making my eyes widen. How did she know?
"What are you jealous?" I teased.
"Oh please, I have standards and they don't include obnoxious, arrogant, selfish, rude, and ruthless," She explained.
"Is that so?" I smirked raising a brow closing the gap between us and twirling a strand of her hair.
"Don't you have a game to win?" She asked.
"I'm going, make sure Y/N stays put and does as I say. Her mom's killer is still out there and she could be in danger despite her father's magic tricks," I told her, she nods in agreement.
I kissed her forehead making her glare at me but much to her dismay I did it again pulling her in a small hug before walking into the hall. Leaving her lost in her thoughts.

(Y/N POV)

We finally made our way up the stairs of my dad's balcony. I can't believe how sour that word tastes in my mouth. A word I once got excited by. I love my dad but I won't stand by and let him hurt innocent people regardless of his intentions. My mom isn't here to keep him in check so I'll have to do it. I was brought out of my thoughts when I heard Joey yelling at Bandit Keith apparently he was the one who trapped them in the cave. I turn my attention back to Seto to see him holding his locket while waiting for 'His Royal Soul Stealer' himself.